Fondazzjoni Sebħ signs new agreement with Family Ministry to strengthen aftercare services

Fondazzjoni Sebħ signed an agreement with the Ministry for Social Policy and the Family to fund its aftercare services. The partnership provides approximately €1 million over three years to cover the salaries of the aftercare team.

The services, which began in 2023, assist youth, young adults, and families transitioning from alternative care or shelters for women and children escaping violence into the community. Kerry Hermitage, the Family Services Senior Manager, stated that the support helps ensure these individuals are adequately prepared for this life stage.

The aftercare program also provides semi-independent transitional housing for people who need temporary residence while working or studying. Fondazzjoni Sebħ opened its first residence, The Manor, earlier this year and plans to open more in the future. Previously, these services relied entirely on fundraising, but the Ministry's support is intended to help the program reach more people.